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Graham, Paxton and Ramaswamy lost. Some blame Trump for choosing them

Graham, Paxton and Ramaswamy lost. Some blame Trump for choosing them

Some conservatives are blaming the president for promoting flawed contenders who lost in red states.

Hegseth allows National Guard to boost DC patrols with military vehicles, boats and patrol cars

Hegseth allows National Guard to boost DC patrols with military vehicles, boats and patrol cars

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has signed off on the National Guard ramping up its presence in the nation’s capital in military vehicles and boats as troops deepen their integration with local law enforcement

What's next for Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth as Democrats eye return to power

What's next for Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth as Democrats eye return to power

Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth could become the first casualty of President Donald Trump’s historic midterm losses.

Trump's building projects: 'Litigate, investigate and legislate'

Trump's building projects: 'Litigate, investigate and legislate'

With Democrats wresting control of Congress from Republicans, Trump's attempts to leave his mark on Washington could face an uncertain future.

Trump says Hegseth doing 'a very good job' as questions swirl about his future

Trump says Hegseth doing 'a very good job' as questions swirl about his future

By Phil Stewart and Steve Holland WASHINGTON, Nov 4 (Reuters) - US President Donald Trump backed Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth on Wednesday, a day after Democrats won control of both chambers of Congress in midterm elections that reflected voter anger over the Iran war.

Wall Street critic Elizabeth Warren could be at the height of her power in new Congress

Wall Street critic Elizabeth Warren could be at the height of her power in new Congress

By Pete Schroeder WASHINGTON, Nov 6 (Reuters) - Democratic progressive and one-time presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren has long been a vocal Wall Street critic, but next year the US senator from Massachusetts will likely have more power over the industry than ever before.

Will Trump Bring Down His Pumped-Up God of War?

Will Trump Bring Down His Pumped-Up God of War?

After a crushing midterm loss, Republicans are looking for someone to blame. Pete Hegseth is at the top of the list.

Pete Hegseth says he will fight impeachment, defying calls to resign

Pete Hegseth says he will fight impeachment, defying calls to resign

Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth vowed to fight a looming impeachment effort, defying calls to resign.

Trump, GOP prepare for incoming Democratic Congress: Live updates

Trump, GOP prepare for incoming Democratic Congress: Live updates

Top White House officials are taking steps to protect themselves and their projects while Dems strategize over how best to deliver on their promises.

Could the midterm results change the future of DC statehood?

Could the midterm results change the future of DC statehood?

The Democrats' midterm victories could revive the fight for DC statehood, but Senate rules and Republican opposition remain major obstacles.

Meet Stephen Miller, Trump’s new chief of staff and longtime adviser

Meet Stephen Miller, Trump’s new chief of staff and longtime adviser

Who is Stephen Miller? Trump’s longtime immigration adviser is set to become his new White House chief of staff.

Hegseth vows to keep fighting from Pentagon, defends Iran war

Hegseth vows to keep fighting from Pentagon, defends Iran war

By Phil Stewart WASHINGTON, Nov 5 (Reuters) - US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth issued a video message on Thursday vowing to fight efforts in Congress to impeach him and defending the Iran war as “courageous and historic” after voters punished Republicans over it in this week’s midterm elections.